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From 1865 to Today: The Evolving Legacy of Juneteenth Let's talk about Juneteenth, a day that marks a pivotal moment in American history. Since becoming a federal holiday in 2021, Juneteenth has sparked conversations and celebrations nationwide. But why is this day so significant? Juneteenth, a blend of "June" and "nineteenth," commemorates June 19, 1865, the day when Union soldiers brought the long-awaited news of freedom to enslaved people in Texas — two years after the Emancipation Proclamation. It's a stark reminder of the resilience and strength of those who fought for liberty. Today, Juneteenth is more than a historical date, and we recognize it by supporting Black-owned businesses, listening to Black voices, and educating ourselves about the significance of Juneteenth. Dive deeper with these resources: -History Channel: https://hubs.la/Q02BSkJN0 -Ted-ED: https://hubs.la/Q02BSt9h0 -National Museum of African American History and Culture: https://hubs.la/Q02BSNQW0 #Juneteenth #Remembrance #History

Williamsburg City Council has unanimously approved the narrative for the African American Heritage Trail (AAHT), a project that holds deep meaning for the city and its communities. JMI, along with Share More Stories, had the honor of partnering with the City of Williamsburg, Virginia and the AAHT Advisory Committee to bring this vision to life, crafting a narrative shaped by the voices and experiences of the Williamsburg community. Together, we’ve worked to illuminate powerful stories of resilience, faith, and education that define the African American experience in this historic region. This trail is more than a path—it’s a shared story, a bridge between history and the present, and a step toward amplifying untold and undertold narratives. Read the City of Williamsburg’s full press release to learn more about this important milestone. https://lnkd.in/eMBw-ZZp

Black history isn’t just in textbooks it’s all around us. Here’s how to uncover it locally 👇⁣ ⁣ Black history is local history. Let’s inspire students to uncover the stories of Black Canadians in their own communities.⁣ ⁣ 📍 𝐓𝐢𝐩𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐭:⁣ ⁣ - Explore local archives to uncover hidden gems.⁣ - Interview community elders to bring untold stories to life.⁣ - Map out key sites in your city with historical significance.⁣ ⁣ When students connect with local history, they see how the past shapes their present—and their future.⁣ ⁣ 𝐇𝐨𝐰 𝐜𝐚𝐧 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐬𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐩𝐚𝐬𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐢𝐫 𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐧𝐭?⁣ ⁣ ⁣ #LocalHistory #TeachingTips #BlackHistoryCanada #Blacbiblio #EngagedStudents

Welcome to this Today in Black History post. Black History IS American History, no matter how hard some people try to erase our history and contributions. Click the link to read the entire post. https://lnkd.in/gQnzkEVA #Substack #BlackHistory #AudioPost

Black history isn’t just in textbooks it’s all around us. Here’s how to uncover it locally 👇⁣ ⁣ Black history is local history. Let’s inspire students to uncover the stories of Black Canadians in their own communities.⁣ ⁣ 📍 𝐓𝐢𝐩𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐭:⁣ ⁣ - Explore local archives to uncover hidden gems.⁣ - Interview community elders to bring untold stories to life.⁣ - Map out key sites in your city with historical significance.⁣ ⁣ When students connect with local history, they see how the past shapes their present—and their future.⁣ ⁣ 𝐇𝐨𝐰 𝐜𝐚𝐧 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐬𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐩𝐚𝐬𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐢𝐫 𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐧𝐭?⁣ ⁣ ⁣ #LocalHistory #TeachingTips #BlackHistoryCanada #Blacbiblio #EngagedStudents

How well do your students understand the pivotal role African Americans have played in shaping history? Our African American Studies course at Diversity Schoolhouse offers a deep dive into the stories, struggles, and triumphs that have shaped our nation. Equip your classroom with the tools to inspire understanding and foster equity 💪🔥 Visit https://lnkd.in/gYMQBW-t to learn more and get started today! #blackhistorymonth #blackhistoryfacts #blackhistory #blackhistorymatters

Today marks the start of #BlackHistoryMonth This year the theme is 'Reclaiming Narratives'. It marks a significant shift towards recognising & correcting the narratives of Black History & culture. You can find resourses here https://ow.ly/UqL150TzNUP Black History Month UK #BHM #BlackHistoryMonth

Journey through time and culture with our Introduction to Black Studies Course starting in January 2025. Explore the African History, the African diaspora, movements + more. Knowledge is power, and this is your opportunity to empower yourself. Enroll now! https://lnkd.in/gichjUS3 #blackhistory #blackstudies #blackhistorymatters #africanhistory #africanhistorymatters #blackhistoryyoudidntlearninschool #worldhistory #selfeducation

Journey through time and culture with our Introduction to Black Studies Course starting in January 2025. Explore the African History, the African diaspora, movements + more. Knowledge is power, and this is your opportunity to empower yourself. Enroll now! https://lnkd.in/gichjUS3 #blackhistory #blackstudies #blackhistorymatters #africanhistory #africanhistorymatters #blackhistoryyoudidntlearninschool #worldhistory #selfeducation